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F983 TCF

1989 Ford Sierra

White Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

56,300 mi
Last recorded56,300 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1989 Ford Sierra49,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF983 TCF
MakeFord
ModelSierra
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 56,300 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 56,170 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 55,955 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 55,738 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 55,512 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 55,180 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 54,531 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 53,900 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 53,348 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 52,809 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 52,305 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 51,883 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 51,454 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 50,972 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 50,105 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 49,025 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 48,104 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 48,098 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 May 2008 47,135 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 45,981 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 44,626 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Sierra?

Based on 235,897 MOT tests across 50,859 vehicles.

69.3%
Pass Rate
1,731
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
50,859
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 24,833
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 20,240
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,426
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,585
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,976
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F983 TCF is a 1989 Ford Sierra in White with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1989 Ford Sierra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 49,183 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Sierra fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 24,833 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F983 TCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Sierra typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 37 years old, this Ford Sierra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F983 TCF registered?

F983 TCF is a 1989 Ford Sierra, first registered on 22 May 1989.

Is F983 TCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F983 TCF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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